WHY DOE MY CAR KEEP CUTTING OFF
I JUST REPLACED MY BATTERY, STARTER AND ALTERNATOR, WHY DOES IT CUT OFF
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1997 Lexus LS Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Side-impact airbags were added as standard equipment in 1997. Otherwise, the Lexus LS 400 was unchanged. The second generation of the Lexus flagship sedan would get several updates in the following year. For now, it remained the best selling luxury flagship in the United States, with sales exceeding more expensive Euros like the BMW 7-Series and Mercedes Benz S-Class. Today, depreciation is also comparatively low.
For the eighth year, the LS 400 was equipped with essentially the same engine as all prior models. An entirely new 4.0 liter V-8 would arrive in the following year. After a power boost in 1995, this old V-8 made 260 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. The potent engine was paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, and the addition of the optional air suspension system allowed drivers to make adjustments to suit their ride preferences.
The LS 400 interior's ergonomics and finish further illustrated why this was the Lexus flagship: leather, walnut trim, dual zone climate control, power everything. While the drive train provided smoothness and stability, the interior was well protected from road, wind, and engine noise, regardless of speed (within reason). Lexus had borrowed a retractable cup holder design from Toyota, which was often cited as the cabin's worst feature. Many late-90s LSs have reached impressive mileage marks, but once drivers find themselves in that 150-200k range, they should be prepared for rather common costly repairs like power steering pumps.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1997 Lexus LS
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by Anonymous
Jan 01, 2013
The Lexus LS 400 is smooth, reliable and does not disappoint the driver. The engine is excellent and continues to perform with powerful acceleration and very little maintenance. The interior is roomy and luxurious, the sound system outstanding. I have enjoyed the car and the status of the car.Jan 01, 2013
by Gerald S
Feb 16, 2012
Love it!!! - Very comfortable! The ultimate luxury! Very smooth and feels very safe! Takes command of the road! Very powerful and reliable. Nice sound system. Loaded to the hilt. Even has a tool and a safety kit! Full size spare tire. Love It! Feb 16, 2012
by Anonymous
Jan 19, 2011
It is a very smooth, powerful and elegant cruiser. The quality is excellent and it is beautiful in creamy white. Purchased used from neighbor who always garaged it. Have driven it for a year and 15K miles with much pleasure and plan to keep it. Mileage now at 135K.Jan 19, 2011
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by Anonymous
Jan 01, 2013
The Lexus LS 400 is smooth, reliable and does not disappoint the driver. The engine is excellent and continues to perform with powerful acceleration and very little maintenance. The interior is roomy and luxurious, the sound system outstanding. I have enjoyed the car and the status of the car.Jan 01, 2013
by Gerald S
Feb 16, 2012
Love it!!! - Very comfortable! The ultimate luxury! Very smooth and feels very safe! Takes command of the road! Very powerful and reliable. Nice sound system. Loaded to the hilt. Even has a tool and a safety kit! Full size spare tire. Love It! Feb 16, 2012
by Anonymous
Jan 19, 2011
It is a very smooth, powerful and elegant cruiser. The quality is excellent and it is beautiful in creamy white. Purchased used from neighbor who always garaged it. Have driven it for a year and 15K miles with much pleasure and plan to keep it. Mileage now at 135K.Jan 19, 2011
by Anonymous
Jun 16, 2008
V8, what can i say? just an awesome car!!Jun 16, 2008
by Laimonas V
Jan 09, 2008
Unreal good car. Perfect car GOLD edition Best ever car.Gold complication everything what you need is in this car.Must love this car.Very good car to drag race :) to 100 ~ 5,3s or faster :).Engine sound is unreal when you going on 220.max speed of this car is 257km/h On speedometer 280 :)!! one day i will photo my original car because dont have photo yet with m baby :)
Pros: Everything you need ;) Jan 09, 2008
What users have asked
I changed my fuel relay, fuel filter and my fuel pump car still doesn't start but cranks. what els could it be?
I was at a stop when my car shut off on me. i tried to start it up and it did then after a few seconds it died agin it did that about 5 more times before it stopped and just cranked. i know i had a chewed up wire harness and it was raining that day but i redid those lines and it still wont start.all the wires are matched up right and the fuel pump is in correctly put i don't hear it priming when the key is in ignition.I'm all out of ideas and i hoping its something small i missed and not a computer or replace the hole harness pleas help!!!
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can the "guts" from the one I bought be put in to the casing of the old one?
Lexus transmission crapped out. I bought another one with the same model number but had different clips so it could not be installed to the vehicle. My question is can the "guts" from the one I bought be put in to the casing of the old one?
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97 lexus 400ls locked keys in trunk
locked keys in trunk and the button on the inside near the drivers side knee area suddenly does not work
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White smoke, no acceleration, sputtering!!!!
I have a 1997 Lexus LS400 and it is currently in the shop for repairs, but it has been there for 2 WEEKS! First they said it was the EGR valve pipe, which was broken and they repaired. When I picked up the car, it ran exactly the same. The car shakes and blows out white smoke that smells like gasoline. I replaced the plug wires and the spark plugs and it ran better for a while. But it still does the same thing and I feel as though the current mechanic is giving me the run around. He called me and told me that he "thinks" the computer is bad and needs to be replaced and it was gonna cost around $1000. I'm not convinced its the computer. Any thoughts?
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1997 Lexus LS Pricing
Original MSRP
$53,395 to $55,523Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Nakamichi Audio · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic
Exterior Features
Paint: two-tone
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · CD changer: 6 · Premium Brand: Nakamichi Audio · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic
Exterior Features
Paint: two-tone
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent